Here is another super easy healthy dinner! I didn’t take a picture of the meal but here’s a picture of the rice box. 😀
•••
1. Brown 99% lean ground turkey
2. Make rice according to instructions
3. Combine the two things and season to your liking.
•••
Served with green beans and fresh fruit. 👍

13 hours ago216

//swipe for full workout, sound on for second frame😂// today’s #workout !! Goodness it’s seems like forever since I’ve worked out in my basement - that flu kicked my butt last week! But I’m baaaaaack! Today was 🙌🏽 plus, Who doesn’t love a little entertainment from a dancing bumble bee girl while they’re working hard 😂😂😍😍 this kid🥰🥰 #whoruntheworld

Day 92 #runstreak - HI! I'm still hanging in there, resting lots, and taking it SUPER slow when I do run on the treadmill. An easy 1 and done for today followed by some upper body strength work because coconut shoulders are earned NOT given. P.S. My battle wound is pretty, isn't it?

Who knew I could become so attached to a piece of plastic. ⠀
⠀
A plastic step that does nothing but sit there and look cute. 💁🏻‍♀️⠀
⠀
But for the last 6 weeks (2 more days to go!!) 😢 ⠀
I have greeted this step every single morning. ⠀
⠀
I’ve had mixed emotions I have to say. Many days where i wanted to fling it across the room, accidentally lose it 😆 & just quit. ⠀
⠀
But i didn’t. I did every DANG workout 🏋🏻‍♀️on that calendar & today I have fallen in love with this step ( sorry Andy) 🤣 ⠀
⠀
An emotional moment today as I held on to the step and just felt SO STRONG 💪🏼 ⠀
⠀
💫Those little moments when I didn’t wanna push through... I did. ⠀
💫And those moments when i thought no change is happening? I was wrong. ⠀
⠀
It just takes TIME. ⏰ ⠀
⠀
👉🏻Overnight results⠀
👉🏻Quick fixes ⠀
👉🏻Instant abs ⠀
👉🏻Instant weight loss. ⠀
⠀
It’s not REALITY. 🤷🏻‍♀️⠀
⠀
⠀
Reality is setting a goal and putting in the time to get the results. ⠀
⠀
And for 20 min a day.... it can be done. ⠀
⠀
To all my challengers and friends finishing up this program. WAY TO GO 🔊⠀
⠀
So impressed 😃 ⠀
⠀
Can’t wait to see what the final workout has to offer..... 😬 ⠀
⠀
Hmmmmm and what’s next for me ??? 🤷🏻‍♀️⠀
⠀
⠀
⠀

Fun fact: I’m a freakin’ KLUTZ 🤪
There’s always something stupid I do on a daily basis 😂 Where my fellow klutzy folks??? I about spilled my pop the other night...Jonny looked at me and shook his head hahahaha. He kind of finds it endearing, so don’t let it fool you!
Any whosers, here’s a peek at today’s lower body workout.
Choose your hard today!
One of my bootcampers posted in our group yesterday that she was in a foul mood and decided to see if working out would help. Guess what?! IT DID 🙌🏻❤️🙌🏻 The mental and emotionally benefits of movement are endless. I hope you choose movement in some shape or form today ❤️ @makeitcount4dani

Today was one of those days were I tried to come up with any excuse not to get my workout in. I was tired, power went out and I just didn’t feel like it. Then I remembered how much better I feel when I do devote that little portion of my day focusing on myself. You better bet I packed my stuff and drug my butt to my work gym to do my program there. No step but found a wood step that worked just fine. My point here is that the only thing stopping you from your progress and your goals is YOU. Make the time for yourself. You won’t regret it.

Today I broke down- I let all the stress out- I got stuck in my own head as the workout was silent and I didn’t have anywhere else to go-
But it didn’t break me-
I proved to myself I can get through this and I leaned on the ladies in my group and they supported me-
Don’t be afraid to let things out and find people to support you when it’s hard-
These programs aren’t just about fitness and nutrition- they build you mentally and find you a tribe to help support and be there with you -

2 days ago49

The fight of the workout wasn’t me against the workout or the trainer, the fight is always me vs me. Just like I’m not doing this healthy lifestyle for anyone but myself. Not everyday is going to be your best workout. Some days you have to push yourself past the sore muscles and past your head telling you it’s okay to stop. Know your worth and know your strength! You are a million times stronger than your subconscious is telling you you are 💪🏼💪🏼

This morning was hard. It may seem like I pop out of bed every morning all full of energy ready to take on the day. But it’s not like that.
.
Every single day I have to make a decision to get up - rise up - and be in control of what I can control.
.
This morning consisted of snoozing the alarm after a way too late bedtime and getting up much later than I wanted.
.
I totally had a moment of “Forget it. I’ll do it later. I ate like crap and barely drank water yesterday so I already ruined it” (Thank heavens for my mamas healthy dinner cause I was needing allllll the veggies by that time)🤦🏽‍♀️
.
This transformation - this lifestyle - this mindset shift...IT TAKES TIME. There was a point where I would’ve let that negative voice and all the excuses that come with it win...but when you show up every day and realize it doesn’t have to be perfect, it just needs to be consistent...then you change your mindset...you change your LIFE.
.
Workout 1 in complete silence with hubby this morning - and woah was that powerful...Followed by catching up on yesterday’s workout I never did🤦🏽‍♀️🙄 (definitely part of my poor eating choices) with the big kids who must’ve known mama needed their extra encouragement.
.
Some days are challenging - some go smoothly - regardless, we control what we can control - we get up and make small decisions that add up to overall success, we give ourselves grace and don’t let ourselves off the hook and we do it consistently. .
Show up for you, lady. You are worth it.💗

2 days ago118

Pretty PUMPED I decided to follow my regular morning routine on our FOURTH snow day this winter! ❄ [This winter is seriously insane. We literally never get snow days here in Minne]. I could have easily said I was going to sleep in and waste the day away on the couch... 💤 that actually sounds really nice 🤣
But not today honey. I'm busy. I've got goals and things to accomplish. I used to use "being too busy and exhausted" as my excuse to not workout... This morn like every morn, I woke up at 5:15am. Had my pre ⚡. Walked down stairs and crushed my silent workout #weirdandwonderful in my basement. Talk about different and #eyeopening . I didn't have to deal with scary roads, cold temps, wasted time, nonstop tiredness, or my old excuses!
So, what is holding you back? Why aren't you achieving the things you know you should? ❤ If you want [or need] a new routine, let's chat!
#snowday2019#snowdayfun#moresnow#iteach5th#fifthgradeteacher#basementworkout#sportsbrasquad#messyponytail#basementwindow#stepworkout#morningroutine#partofmylife#routineoftheday

A few months ago Chaq Diesel allowed me to put a sauna in our basement. Now she is letting me create an in-house filming studio so that @markpasternack and I can produce videos.
And by videos I mean life changing, passionate, authentic soaked in value Mr Rodgers like content.
I watched “Won’t You Be My Neighboor?” A documentary about the life, vision and impact of Fred Rodgers. I recommend watching it, especially for anyone who aspires to use the medium of social media as an opportunity to make a positive impact on the world.
#themassivedad#mrrodgers#wontyoubemyneighbor#fitdad#powermobilitymethod#basementworkout#humblebeginnings

#quinoalover
I keep forgetting to take a picture of my daytime snack of yogurt and raspberries
But I totally remembered this one...
Potatoes and a mixture of black beans, brown rice, and quinoa!
I didn't think I'd like this as much as I do... But it is YUMMY!
I totally flaked on the workout yesterday... It just wasn't happening.
I tried to do it tonight... Changed, got all my stuff and went downstairs... At almost 9pm. I'm like,
I GOT THIS!
But sometimes life doesn't have the same plan as you. Enter the issue of INTERNET DOWN!
I was starving and getting to the end of my ability to care... And after that, I said screw it. So in came up and ate this healthy concoction!
I would have felt better by working out... But at least I ate great....!!
Tomorrow's workouts gonna ROCK!!
#takethewin

3 days ago113

My fury sidekick is allowed at my gym. How about you? 😉

3 days ago144

The FINISH LINE is there for motivation NOT to signal the end! 🙌🏻these ⬆️ were wise words from my trainer at the end of this morning’s workout, which could not be more perfect with the finish line of this six week journey in view 🛣
.
I am taking this advice to ❤️ and I’m SO excited for what I have planned next to RAMP UP my NUTRITION and FITNESS! 🙌🏻 @shaunt I am so thankful for this experience and this program that set my MINDSET right, allowing me to be ready for these other changes 🙏🏻💕
.
So STAY TUNED for more info about my next plans! AND if you want to join me in round 2 of this transformational program, we start MONDAY! It is is time to take that leap of faith and drop a 💕 below! We can chat more to see if this is right for you! .
{PS these booty gains are also not a bad side effect to working out 20 minutes a day, just saying! 😉🤷🏻‍♀️}
.
.
.
#transformationtuesday#transformyourmind#transformyourlife#finishline

3 days ago435

Many of you have asked for simple, healthy meal ideas. Here was dinner tonight 👍
•••
All of these ingredients are from Target!
•••
Mahi Mahi:
Thaw before baking. I brushed it with a tiny bit of olive oil and seasoned with salt, pepper and garlic powder and drizzle with lemon juice. Bake at 400 for 16-17 mins.
•••
Quinoa:
We cooked a few cups of this to have in the fridge for the week. Super healthy pseudo grain.
•••
Kale/onion/sweet potato:
Sauté onion in a tad of avocado oil. Throw in kale till wilted to your liking(Kale is pre-cut/pre-washed). Toss in sweet potatoes. I have the sweet potatoes roasted ahead of time. Roast 4-5 sweet potatoes and store in fridge for the week. Season with salt/pepper.
•••
Healthy, quick and delicious!

3 days ago219

Wouldn’t it be pretty awesome to get some exercise in while your kid is being entertained????!!
—
I started this program years ago when it was just too much trying to get to the gym. And I gotta say, it was the best freakin decision! I’ve totally changed my body and mind.
—
Here’s to a double dose of my mama juice!! I was so beat I put my 20 minutes off until the guilt set in. So down the hatch 🥤and down the basement mama went.
—
Not gonna lie, I definitely struggled. But I didn’t give up. It was kind of ironic, I was getting to a point where I was feeling super spent, and then he says this: “You can do it, trust the process. You got this. No matter how slow you go just keep going.” It’s just what I needed and that’s what I love about these home workouts. I get a trainer right there pushing me everyday without fail.
—
It happens on my schedule, in the comfort of my home, and for pennies when you think about it. And I have an entire virtual family that supports me too. —
What’s not to love about that?! (Registration for my next fit group is closing soon. Hit me up if you need this.✌🏼)

Today’s workout was dedicated to the girl who wanted to give up but didn’t. There’s been times in my life similar to now when the world can just feel like a whirlwind and I would revert back to the old me of binge eating and unhealthy habits. Not this girl! We’ve got to tackle that inner mean girl and tell her everything is going to be ok. Life is such a crazy ride. This past week there’s been a lot of personal stuff going on in my extended family and more going on just in our little house with Leinie’s surgery, Troy being sick, an allergic reaction to his medication plus add on all theses crazy pregnancy hormones and that’s just an equation for a mommy meltdown. Last night I had what I would call a mommy meltdown. I felt like the world was on my shoulders with everything, the kids were being super crazy with the full moon around and I just wanted a nice family night, but it didn’t happen. I got mad and stomped away to my room for 30 min of quiet time and a shower because I needed some mom time. We all have those days right? What did I do to change that today? I woke up this morning and got my workout in for me. I didn’t hit snooze a million times. I showered and actually got dressed and put makeup on for me. I nourished my body with my superfoods for me and tonight I have on my agenda some reading for me along with an amazing training to help grow my business. Make time for you mama, whatever you enjoy doing, you deserve it.

In just five weeks...this body looks completely different and the crazy thing is there is only 2lbs difference! .
.
So throughout this amazing 5 weeks (I am in the final week this week!) my body weight has fluctuated a few pounds up and down so today when I took this picture I am only 2lbs less than I was five weeks ago...but these pictures tell an amazing story! .
.
Day one: - tired
- much wider waistline - puffy faced - less toned
- and a lot less confident in myself .
.
Five weeks later:
- energized - happier
- smaller waist, thighs, and booty
- gaining confidence (not all the way there yet...this for me is always a work in progress!) .
.
The scale can not measure my worth or the way I feel on the inside! My energy level is up and my happiness goes up too! .
.
These past five weeks I have done the following:
- worked my ass off 20 mins a day
- ate clean and portioned meals 80% of the time
- cut out 80% of my wine/cocktails
- cut out junky snacks - had amazing support from my online community and the hubby! .
.
Life is not an all or nothing! When we take out 💯 of something we don’t usually last but when we just dial it in MOST of the time...it’s bearable, we see the slow and steady change, and we have to confidence to keep going...
.
.
⬆️⬆️⬆️THIS LIFESTYLE ... it is completely and 💯 DOABLE for ANYONE! .
.
You have time for 20minutes a day
You have the ability to clean up the food 80% of the time
You can invest in your health and make you a priority!
In the end EVERYONE will be better for it! .
.
.
#fitspo#transformationtuesday#lifehappens#investinyourself#youareworthit#thislifeisdoable#8020lifestyle#anyonecandothis#bebrave#bebold#turniwishintoican#turniwishintoiwill#workhard#behappy#happinessisachoice#energized#momoftwo#momoftwokiddos#csectionx2#mombod#brunettebombshell#victoriasport@victoriasport#wahm#sahm#basementworkout

3 days ago449

I was scared to do this workout. It’s FAST. And being that it’s the last week, I knew it was going to be HARD.
.
Negative thoughts were starting to go through my head about how I would fall short.
.
But I also had my trainer in my head...
.
“The soundtrack in your mind is the driving force of your success.” ~Shaun T
.
So I flipped the script. I focused on the move I was doing. I told myself, “You’ve got this!” through the entire 20 minutes.
.
And you know what? It WAS fast. It WAS hard.
.
But I DID IT.
.
And I improved, even though I wondered how it was humanly possible. And I savored that victory as I was doubled over, catching my breath. I thought I had reached my max, but it turns out I have more in me than I believed.
.
And know what? You do, too. You are capable of so much. So what will you tell yourself today when you face hard things? I hope it’s something positive...

When you're at the gym, do you give it your all? I used to feel like just showing up there was enough. Like my body would be like, "Oh, we've walked through the gym doors - time to torch fat and build muscle!" 😏
.
Um, no. Unfortunately that's not how it worked. .
Now that I'm at home, with someone telling me EXACTLY what to do {and also what to eat} and a community of women counting on me, and showing up WITH me, I go ALL IN. Every time. .
Because why not? I've dedicated this time for myself, I might as well make the most of it. And with this program being ONLY 20 minutes, I push until I can't give anything else. I literally have to sit for a good 10 minutes after it's done - whether on the basement floor, in the shower, or on the floor with my kids - to evaluate what just happened. .
And that's where the results happen. You don't have to be at it for hours a day. Just make DAMN good use of the time you DO have and Give. It. Your. All. 💪
.
Need someone to tell you what to do? To push you? To make sure you show up? To give you a place to show up to, from the comfort and judgement-free zone of your own home? Let's chat, girlfriend!! 😍

It never fails... these kids always wake up early the mornings I get up early to workout.... I even slept in the workout clothes, made my pre-workout drink last night and set an alarm. I didn’t need my alarm after all because my internal alarm clock woke me up!
I got 10 minute into my 30 minute workout and I heard screaming. Allison was awake and this cry wasn’t her “I lost a pacie” cry. I ran upstairs, opened her door and the smell almost knocked me over 😷
Yup, it was a major “I crapped my pants” cry. Isn’t funny how we can tell our babies different cries.
I could get upset about this interruption of my morning plan... but when I hold Allison and see how big she’s getting, I slow down and savor every moment. She’s our last and I will never have these moments again.
Workouts can wait, being present with your kids cannot!

Transformation Tuesday!
#transformationtuesday ——
I have 4 workouts left in this 6 week program. 4! I can’t believe round 1 is almost over. —
This is Day 1- January 11th, to Yesterday- February 18th.
5 weeks of focusing on CONQUERING my mind, and letting my body follow! 5 weeks of thinking of what I am fuelling my body with- 80% fuel, 20% fun! 🧁
—
I haven’t taken measurements since week 3, the changes on the outside might be small, but the changes on the inside are HUGE! —-
I can’t wait to start round 2 next week- plus adding weights x2 a week to help push my body to a whole new level 💪🏻. —
This workout will be traveling with me to Disney World! (Step and weights not included 😉) 20 minutes means no excuse to work out while on vacation! Stay tuned in March!
#disneyworld#mindsetiseverything#momlifebestlife#momlife#babyabs#absafterbaby#absafterkids#girlmomlife#basementapproved#basementworkout#travelworkouts#committed

How many Mondays will come and go before you say "I've had enough" and decide to start taking better care of yourself? -
-
Today marks the beginning of week 6 of this 20 minute program I have been doing. Not only has it tested me physically, but also mentally, and I feel so much stronger. -
-
It's always a good day for a "Day 1", friends. My Fit February bootcamp kicked off today and we can still get you added and caught up to speed. You just have to get out of your own head and give it a try ❤

4 days ago137

You people might think I’m crazy for working out in my basement but I saw someone running tonight in freezing temperatures! 🏃🏻 🥶
I mean - I’m thinking I’m not that bad, no?!! 😂 Just glad I don’t have to get up and go out In the cold go get my workout done! Bonus! And I don’t have to go back out in the cold when I’m done, all sweaty! Double Bonus!